What is the cheapest way to get from Wako to Kamakura?

The cheapest way to get from Wako to Kamakura is to subway and train which costs ¥1000 - ¥1400 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wako to Kamakura?

The fastest way to get from Wako to Kamakura is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs ¥1000 - ¥1500.

Is there a direct train between Wako and Kamakura?

No, there is no direct train from Wako to Kamakura. However, there are services departing from 和光市 Wakoshi and arriving at 鎌倉 Kamakura via 池袋 Ikebukuro and 品川 Shinagawa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Wako to Kamakura?

The distance between Wako and Kamakura is 76 km. The road distance is 60 km.

How do I travel from Wako to Kamakura without a car?

The best way to get from Wako to Kamakura without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs ¥1300 - ¥1900.

How long does it take to get from Wako to Kamakura?

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Wako to Kamakura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wako to Kamakura train from?

Wako to Kamakura train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), depart from 池袋 Ikebukuro station.

Where does the Wako to Kamakura train arrive?

Wako to Kamakura train services, operated by JR EAST (East Japan Railway Company), arrive at 品川 Shinagawa station.

Can I drive from Wako to Kamakura?

Yes, the driving distance between Wako to Kamakura is 60 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Wako to Kamakura.

Where can I stay near Kamakura?

There are 1090+ hotels available in Kamakura.

Wako to Kamakura - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Wako to Kamakura by train, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 池袋 Ikebukuro to 品川 Shinagawatrain Jy
2. Take the train from 品川 Shinagawa to 鎌倉 Kamakuratrain Jo
1h 44m
¥1,323–1,833
Drive 60 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Wako to Kamakuracar 60 km
1h 6m
¥1,030–1,487
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wako to Kamakurataxi 60 km
1h 6m
¥31,000–38,000
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from 和光市 Wakoshi to 渋谷 Shibuyasubway F
2. Take the train from Shibuya to Kamakuratrain Shounan Shinjuku Rain / ...
2h 2m
¥1,052–1,394

Wako to Kamakura by train

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1h 44mAverage Duration

¥1,323Cheapest Price

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Distance: 76 km
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Wako, Japan and Kamakura, Japan?

You can take a train from 和光市 Wakoshi to 鎌倉 Kamakura via 池袋 Ikebukuro and 品川 Shinagawa in around 1h 44m.

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